51 16 366 Removing and installing right glove box with housing

When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release side (1) and lower screws (2) and (3).

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Fig 1: Identifying Lower Screws

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Open glove box cover (3) if necessary.

Release upper screws (1) on glove box (2).

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Pull glove box (2) down at a slant until glove box (2) disengages.

Installation note:

Glove box (2) must engage noticeably when it is slid into place.

Fig 2: Identifying Glove Box Cover And Upper Screws

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Disconnect plug connections (1) on damper (3) and glove box light (2).

Slip out glove box and set aside.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connections On Damper

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